The Michigan State Senate is composed of 38 members, each representing a specific district within the state. These senators are elected by the qualified voters residing in their respective districts, which typically encompass a population ranging from approximately 212,400 to 263,500 residents. Each senator serves a term of four years, and their election coincides with the gubernatorial election, meaning that both the governor and state senators are elected during the same electoral cycle. This structure ensures that the Senate reflects the will of the people in each district while maintaining a consistent electoral process aligned with the state's executive leadership.